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St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
STATE BARRY CEN ,zzssroN.
The introduction of 9lemargarint
Seri0u.lY Checked.

The dairy interests of the state were at one
time threatened with irreparable injury by
the competition of oeagneous products
which were being generally introduced into
our markets. As measure OF projection to
this important and rapidlJ growing industry
of our people the legislature of 1885 enacted
q law prohibiting 1.-The sale or manufacture of
unhealthy or adulterated dairy products" A
commissioner and assistant authorized by the
law were appointed 10 infoyce its provisions;
The very interesting report OF the commits
sioner will advise you of his proceedings and
experience in the discharge of his duties. As
was expected, he encountered the energetic
opposition of manufacturers and dealers in
the fraudulent product, VINO attacked the law
in the courts and by every possible device
sought to defeat its execution. The commits
sloner and his able assistant, however, were
interchangeable and persistent. aad as Il result
of their efforts the base fabrications sold as
pure dairy products are substantially expelled
from the state. 1t is estimated that the i'm
ports OF OlComarcarine for the past year have
not exceeded 100000 pounds. while for the
year preceding it was fully 1000, 900 pounds;
and as 4 consequence the genuine product of
the dairy has sold at from , to cents per
pound better prices. The public has been
the victim of various impositions practiced in
different departments of its industry, but
think it will be admitted that the ingenuity of
epraved human genius has eliminated III
the production OF oleomargarine and its kim
dred denominations.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
PUBLIC EXAMINER.
A Word of CommendatI0n for His
Eucid Report.

I especially commend 10 your attention the
report Of the publ: eXamn II. His lucid eX-
position of the defects in cur system * ad-
muistering the public reVenU Shoul1 COM
mand thoughtful study, with Il view of Il
thorough revision OF the methods now in
use His suggestions and + Communications
are too voluminouS fJr recapitulA tiCn here
| desire, however, To call your attention
especially, as | have that of your predeces-
sors, to the loose. inconsistent and insecure
methodS which prevail respecting the receipt
and disbursement of the pubic funds by
county officials. The receipts into the county
treasures of the state for the year ending
February 1856, were in excess of $4,000, 0O9
The present system provides no checks
whatever upon county treasurerS for a YER
ihcatiOn OF their transactions covering this
vast sum. All vouchers and entries pertain
ing to the receipt of these millions OF the
peoples money are practically within the
control OF the treasurer alone. One would
suppose that statement of this character
would starte the taxpayers of the state, but
it has been repeated in this form and by the
public examiner from year to year. and re-
ceived heed. This state OF things is
accountable for the occasional defaC ions
of county treasurers reported from time to
time, and IS a standing temptation to their
frequent recurrence. The evident remedy
is suggested by the examiner, that "all re-
ceipts tor money should originate in the
and effective check upon all transactions of
the treasurer. L venture to express the hope
that this session will not close without legis-
lation necessarF to effect this reform.
The recent rapid development of the state
and the corresponding number of moneYed
corporations, over which the examiner eXer-
cises supervision under the law, has greatly
added to the duties of his office. The work
he must now perform in connection with the
accounts of county officers has increased
threefold since the Office was established in
1873. Our continued growth must constantly
add to the labor imposed upon him. He
already finds it ph steal inpossibiity to
comply with the requirements of the law reg
ulatiug his duties, and asks for an increase
in his clerical assistance. 1t would be dill
cult to eNaGgerate the importance of this
service to the public interests. and 1t would
be most mistaken economy to limit the ex-
pense OF its maintenan g IN a manner to i'm
pair its thorough efficiency.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
STATE RsSON.
The People Want Il RefOrmaIOry
Iade Of The Now One.

The capacity of the state prison has been
enlarged since 1885 by the addition of $50
cells, at cost OF S56, 500. 1t now affords
accommodation for 600 inmates. The popu-
lation of the institution numbered $50 at the
date OF the inspectors report July 81, 1886,
which has been increased to 407 since that
time.
The current expenses were S65. 80 in
1855, and S65, 81 in 1856, and the earnings
S43,179.74 and SAT, 80 for the same ears
respectively. The net per capita cost of
maintaining the conyicts has been re-
duced from S1O0.79 in 1881 to $40. in 1886.
The estimates of the warden for two years
to come are: Expenses, S13 900 and SO, $50;
earnings, 100000 and S55,0 900. An inventory
of the property of the prison. real aud per-
sonal. shows total investment of S639, 81. 16
not including 500. 900 net loss by fire of Janu-
airy, 1884. The inspectors report the ''insti-
tuition out of debt, with no deficiency or
special appropriation to be asked for
The present capacity of the prison will
probably be sufficient to meet the require
ments of the state in this regard until accom-
modal ols are provided in the second prison
contemp plated by chapter 157 of the genera
laws or 1855.
1 believe it to be the sentiment of the people
of the state that the new prison should bear
the character Of a reformatory, rather than
OF prison proper. A large proportion of
the inmates of our prison are young men
sentenced for their first offense and serving
short terms. They do not belong to the
criminal classes. They are not welded to
evil ways, and are susceptible to influences
that would win them back 10 an honest course
of life. Their association with professionals
and incorriglbleS in prison. and the stigma
that follows them when discharged influence
for evil their after life. If committed TO q
reformatory, where their surroundings would
suggest purpose to reform as well as to
punish them, and where their term of
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
TIL e MILITIA.
Status of the Citizen Aoidiery of the
North Star state.

The Minnesota National Guard, as now con-
stituted, consists of two regiments of in
fantry, one battery of artillery and troop of
cavalry, representing a total strength OF
1929 officers and men. There have also been
organized ut different points in the state
reserve companies of infantry to the number
Of seven, to which the state has furu shed
arms and equipments. The Nai Jnal Guard
is fairly well equipped and has attained a
satisfactory degree OF proficiency in knowl-
edge of the military art. Great credit is due
the officers and men for the time and atten-
ton they have given to their duties as citizen
soldiers. They have shown an appreci-
alton of the recognition given them by the
state, and fully earned the announcement and
cordial support of our citizens in the main
tenance of their organization. Some further
recognition and additional aid in this behalf
will be asked of this legislature, which l think
is warranted by the past service and promise
of future usefulness OF the guard. The ad-
jutant generals report makes some sugges-
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
HAIL sToRsr SUFFERERS.
Relief for Those Whose Crops Were
DestrOYed.

On the gath dav of July, 1886. hail storm
of great violence passed through Marshall
county. totally destroying the crops and
greatly inJuring much other property, over
an area OF many square miles. aud thereby
reducing almost to restitution about two
hundred families. The sufferers appealed to
me for aid through the county authorities
There was no fund at my command from
but conference with the mayors OF ST. Paul
and Minneapolis with reference to the emer-
gency resulted in the advance of $4,000 from
each of the two cities for the purpose of such
relief. A committee was sent to the DESC
lated district TO ascertain and report respect
ing the condition and necessities of each
individual victim OF the storm. and upon the
basis of that report supplies of iced, bread
stuffs and provisions were purchased and
distributed through local committee accord
ing to the necessities OF eacn case. Feed for
stock was furnished to enable parties to blow
so much of their land as would probably
grow crops sufficient for their support an
other year, and provisions given each family
in such limited Quantities as seemed to be
absolutely required. But for this timely aid
many of these sufferers would have
been compelled to abandon their
homes. OF the $4,000 advanced as indicated
] nave expended s9,400.23, as appears in de-
tail in statement herewith submitted. Still
further provision must be made for these
peope to carry them along until they can
realize upon another crop. They will require
seed for the land theF have plowed, and pro-
visions for the subsistence Of their families
I recommend an appropriation sufficient to
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
UNNECESSARY EFICES.
Published AZ ricultural Statistics
Nnt " Orfn E,heir Chs

Frequent examination is necessary to pre-
vent the retention of Offices which have
ceased to be necessary or useful. / judge the
Office OF state land agent to be now such an
one. 1t seems to me, also, that the prepara-
ton and distribution of authoritative docu-
ments, books or circulars, regarding the ad-
vautages of Minnesota. hitherto done by a
board of immigration and d secretary, can
now be more properly and economically
placed in charge of the secretar; of state.
Referring to the requirement that the state
shall make an enumeration Of its inhabitants
again in 1855, and to the fact that the United
States will nov pay one-haf the expense of a
census taken at that time, if il contain the
same matter taken in the same manner as the
federal census, | recommend to your consd-
GRAFTON the SUSPENSION of the annual co!Iec-
ton and publication of agricultural statist cs,
with the view to make in 1895 a complete
census which will furnish reliable means for
comparison, in all respects, with that of the
United States in 1890. Our published statis-
tics are becoming less and less trustworthy
l doubt if they are now worth their cost.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06

tent of commencing the subject to your con-
sideration, am prevented fl ON making the
full recommendations desired by reason of the
inhibitions OF the constitution. Section 10 of
article or the constitution provides that
1.-THE credit of the state shall never be given
or loaned in aid OF any individual, ASSOCIATION
or corporation, and section of the same
article prohibits the state from contracting
"any debts for works of internal improve
ment.'' or becoming "a party in carrying on
such works except in cases when grants of
land or other property shall have been made
to the state specially dedicated by the grant
to specific purposes etc. While it seems
to be clear therefore, that the constitution
stands in the way of such state aid to this
project as its promoters seek. there are con-
siderations that strougl Y commend it TO public
favor and to such Endorsement by the state
as maT be conStitutonally given. Careful
surveys and estimates show that moderate
expenditure made in opening and deepening
the natural water courses of the Red river
valley. will not only reclaim and nuke valu-
able large areas which are now swamps, but
will give a system Of natural drainage to the
lands of lar.e portion of the valley
which are now Liable in wet seasons to be
rendered almost useless for cultiva-
ton. Included in this area are large tracts
of land whca have been conveyed to the
state by tae general government as swamp
lands given to the state for the very purpose
as specified n the congressional grant itself of
providing the means Tor their drainage. The
state. however, instead Of devOting these
lands to that purpose, has granted them rs n
gratuity 10 corporations TO encourage the
building of railroads in sections of the state
remote from where they are located. If these
lands were now available for the purpose for
which they were 'tnted b. congress, the
means would be at aaud for the prosecution
of the contemplated work. The state has
diverted them to other purposes and has re-
ceive1 benefit from them through the aid
Trey have given in the development of othsr
portions of the state. 1t is this which gives
an appearance of eQuitg TO the claim the
valley OF the red river presents in this matter.
The appropriation of Il portion of the inter
nal Improvement fund winch is biennaily
distributed TO aid in the construction of roads
and bridges could very properly be devoted to
drainage purposes as herein contemplated.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
ms ms, and recommendations in this regard

tons and recommendations in this regard
"hicn commend to your favor
Au interesting feature of the adjutant
ReneraIs report is an exhibit OF the work
o! that department in the prosecution of SOL
olers claims for pension. During the past
I'VE years it has prosecuted 1.572 claims of
ttIs character. secured the allowance of $40,
representing monthly pension of S7,113.43
ana arrears of pension of $3.50, 989,47, without
the cost of a dollar to the claimants. As an
agency through which our disabled veterans
may secure without cost recognition of their
righCs Irom the general government, the ad-
jutant generals office renders Invaluable
service.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06

supply these wants and to reimburse the cities
OF ST. Paul and Minneapolis for the amount
advanced as above stated.
was also appealed to for aid at later date
by citizens of Swift and Polk counties. who
suffered from a similar visitation. Ny re-
spouse was an assurance that l would pre-
sent the matter to this legislature with
recommendation that their necessities receive
such favorable consideration IS may be ac-
corded in the case OF the Marshall county
sufferers. The facts in these cases as they
will be presented TO you will appeal strongly
to your sympathy. and ask for them your
prompt consideration, and such generous ac-
ton in the way of relief for these stricken
people as their nndoubted necessities should
command.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06

from the advisory relations it has sustained
towards them. An important service re-
Gently inaugurated by this board has been
the adoption Of unifom system of account
ing by the several state institutions. The
tables prep ed by the secretary of the board.
as published in the report. show at glance
the per capita cost of maintenance of in
mates in each institution, and a division of
such cost among the several items Of expense
incurred. commend to your considerate
attention the review OF the work OF the board
and the recommendations contained in its re-
nOrt
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
STATE PUBLIC SCHOOL.
The Institution Commended to the
iegtSlaIure,s EOsrerinC Care

Under the provisions of chapter 146 of the
General Laws of 1885, which provides for the
establishing and conducting of Il state school
for neglected and dependent children. there
has been established and recently set in op-
Grafton in the city of Owatonna an institution
OF the char cler contemplated. An eligible
site, including 100 acres of land, was donated
by the city, upon which have been erected
three cottages. furnishing accommodations
for about sixty pupils. The school is in
charge of Prof. G. A. Merrill rs supernten-
dent, gentleman of peculiar qualifications
for the position, who has had much expert
ence in the same line of duty in connection
with the state public school of Michigan.
While the buildings were constructed at q
cost within the appropriation Of $50, 900, that
sum was insufficient to furnish them and
provide for current expenses of the insttu-
ton until such time When the legislature
could make further appropriations for its
use The dehciencj has been supplied. how
ever. by the citizens of Owatonna, VINO gen.
erously advanced 5000 for the purpose indi-
Gated. An early appropriation will be asked
for their reimbursement.
The report of the commissioners will ad-
wise you of all details respecting the location
OF the institution. the construction and equip
ment OF its buildings and the organization of
the school. | heartily and confidently com
mend to your fostering care this young insti-
tuition, believing that in the near future it
will demonstrate its great possibilities for
good. AS most worthy public charity, as
certain agency of moral reform and as an
undoubted measure of public economy, the
state public school asks for your generous
consideration.
The estimate of appropriations required
for the immediate future of the institution
are as follows:
For current expenses balance of fis-
cal year ls87....................... $1,000
For reimbursement of citizens of OWa-
tonna ............................. 5000
For deficiency and incidentals. ... 5000
For current expenses 1855 ........ $4,000
For current expenses 1889. $4,000
For new huiIdiDpa 81 O00
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service would be made dependent upon their
good conduct and manifest disposition to
i abandon evil ways, it would stimulate the
better instincts of their nature, and they
would go forth again among their fellowmen,
hopeful and determined, rather than despair
ing and reckless.
An adoption of this policy would involve
such notifications in the penal code as would
permit indeterminate sentences, and provide
for conditional discharges from the institu-
ton. 1t has been tried in other states with
most gratifying results.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
VARIOUS MATTERS.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

The report OF the secretars of the State
Historical society shows for the organization
gratifying condition OF prospertz Its
library now numbers %, is Volumes and its
collection of historical and archaeological
relies have received large and valuable ac-
cesiOas during the past two years. The in
teresting details Of the report will repay
pprISrl
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
DIR AIN E f..
The Action of the Red River Com.
mission Commended.

A public meeting held at Crookston on the
Sth of last month in the interest of the drain
age of the Red river valley, requested me by
resolution to ''call your attention to the ur-
gent need of careful and judicious legislation
upon the subject of drainage; also upon the
justice and necessity of very liberal appro-
priation from the state to open up the OBJ
structed river channels of this (thaD section,
and of the wisdom of the state lending her
credit to forward the scheme While
willingly comply with this request to the ex-
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
INSANE s. OspsTAAs.
The Two Hospitals in n Healthy
EecurinrY Condition.

At the end of the last fiscal year there warc
1,4-9 patients under treatment in the two =.
sane hospitals of the state, S74 at st. Peter
and sos at RoShester, an increase of 2SG since
the last biennial report of the trustees. There
was expended for the maintenance of the in
sane S223, 9U5.1 in 1850 and S22S. 1896 81 in
1856, and Tor new structures and improve
mcnts ut the two institutions SII2,674.4I for
the two years.
The estimated requirements for the next
biennial period are as follows:
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
St, Peter, Rochester
New doubled detached
$4,000
Total

Total S347,IO0 S396Issr,
The extension contemplated III these esti
mates will give maximum capacity for the
care or 1000 patients, sufficient to meet
probable requirements for three Selrs to
come. 1t is assumed that the third hospital,
the location of which is provided for in chap
ter 161 of the general laws of 1885, will be
available for occupancy in part by the time
this class of population shall exceed the
number stated.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
CORRECTIONS AND CHARITIES.
Valuable Information on Charita.
bic. Penal and Rerorinatory Ens,i-

The report of the board of corrections aud
charities contains much valuable information
and makes important recommendations re-
specting the charitable. penal and reforma-
tory institutions of the state. A perusal of
the report will show that most valuable SER
vice has been rendered by the board in its
efforts 10 improve the methods obtaining in
the management of county jails, poor houses
and reformatories, and that our state insti-
tutionS rs well have received much benefit
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
DEAF, DUMB AND BLIND.
Figures Showing the Financial
SIatsss OF the Lglstitntion.

The administration of that most beneficent
public charity, the state institute for defective
children. embracing the schools for the deaf
ana dumb, for the blind and for the feeble
minded, is characterized, as heretofore. by
ability, efficiency ED an intelligent economy.
During the past year there have been III at
tendance 49, pupils in he school for the deaf
and dumb 36 in that for the blind, and rs in
that for the feeble-minded. For admission TO
the latter there are now on file 10 applications
in excess Of accommodations furnished by
the present buildings, aud the board OF d.
rectors therefore ask for appropriation
for their enlargement. Tne estimates sub
mitted for further appropriations are as fol-
lows:
For construction and furnishing GUS
tOd:al buildings, school for feeble
minded Observation-Disclosures. $4,000
For completion of present building,
laundry, boiler house, steam heat
ing, etc........ Observation-Disclosures. $1,000
For purchase or land. $500
For current expenses, lSSS....... $4,000
For current expenses, 1889. ......... $1,000
IOIut. ga ,0UU
Disbursements on account OF the institute
the past two years were:
Additional building, predetermined $50. 600 90
Additional building, deaf and dumb 10000 %
REPAIRS, etc. 1000 %
Current expenses, 1885. 63, 929 IS
Current expenses, 1886. Ga 667 80
Total. Observation-Disclosures. 597 S.
Full information respecting the organiza-
ton, work and requirements OF these Schsr0S
is furnished by the reports OF their respective
superintendent and the board OF directors.
A continuance of the liberal policy the STATE
has heretofore exercised toward this insti-
tute | believe TO be warranted by the char
acter and the results of its work.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-01-06
FISH COMMISSION.

The fish commission have distributed o.
Sl3147 fish and II, 900 eggs in the waters
OF the state during tde past two years. These
include the most desirable species of food
fishes adapted to our lakes and streams. The
work of the commission has been prosecuted
intelligently, and, as indicated by its report,
with results OF highly satisfactory charac-